We welcomed close to 300 community leaders and chamber members to the Sheraton Boston Needham Hotel this morning for our annual Spring Business Breakfast presented by Eastern Bank.

The event recognized Susan Paley for her unparalleled commitment to the economic and cultural vitality of our communities over decades at The Village Bank.

We also heard the state’s Sec. of Housing and Liveable Communities, Ed Augustus and from panelists representing Finntech, Climate Tech, Tourism and Art & Culture. Thanks to all of our speakers for sharing perspectives on how we grow the Massachusetts economy — and the vital role of housing to the success of our businesses and our communities.

Huge thanks all of our volunteers and to our event sponsors: Eastern Bank, Boylston Properties, Insource Services, Inc., Esin Susol Real Estate, and to our event friends, Good Shepherd Community Care, New Art Center in Newton, and Riptide, LLC.

Photos: Diane Brophy Photography